Analyst, Trading Operations

BMO•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$45,500 - CA$84,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Trading Operations Analyst will support daily post-trade operations, including trade settlement, cash management, trade support, account maintenance, and asset reconciliation. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Trading Operations, this role requires accuracy, strong judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to providing timely, high-quality support to internal teams and external partners.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in trade operations, trade support, settlements, or investment operations
Degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Sound judgment, accountability, and a risk-aware approach to daily responsibilities
Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal and external partners
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams

Nice To Haves

Canadian Securities Course or related industry courses would be considered an asset

Responsibilities

Monitor trade matching, settlement, and post-trade activity across internal systems and external platforms
Investigate, escalate, and resolve unmatched, pending, or failed trades in a timely manner
Support daily cash management by monitoring balances, cash flows, and funding requirements
Coordinate with brokers, custodians, and internal teams to resolve operational inquiries and exceptions
Create, review, and monitor trade orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal procedures
Perform asset reconciliations and follow up on discrepancies with internal and external stakeholders
Support account, custodian, broker, security, and operational data setup and maintenance
Provide trade support to equity and fixed income investment teams, including issue resolution and follow-up
Stay current on market, regulatory, custodian, and broker requirements impacting trading operations